They may (or may not) be willing to show you how their system works.Another is that there are often two independent departments.

Assets identified in this study include:Appliances: Oven/range, dishwasher, refrigerator, washer/dryer, microwaveElectrical and communication systems: TV connections and dedicated equipment outletsCabinetry and CountertopsDecorative light fixtures: Sconces, pendant fixtures, chandeliersInterior Finishes: Crown molding, wood panel wall covering, window treatments8.20% of the total depreciable basis was classified as 15-year class life.

Your fear of the system is unjustified and would be elevated if you actually understood the law and how it is applied. 

School system?

Make sure to inspect all the major systems thoroughly (HVAC, plumbing, foundations, roof, electrical) and make sure you know what they look like today.

We also manage 2 other companies together that require accounting systems. 

From the liability/asset protection side always use licensed and insured vendors, build out a robust contract management system, make sure the owner is always listed as additional insured.

Was it this: Master Private Money Brokers | The Lee Arnold System | Partner & ProfitIf so, it is my understanding that gets you nothing but a certificate through his course and is a marketing piece. 

It’s just  that I have no accounting experience and I created my own spreadsheets when I started this (I created and know my own system, not this one).

@Larry Nielsen with the proper screening system, whether S8 or cash-paying tenants - doesn't matter:)